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Dog Training Equipment
You ready to go get your new dog? You have him picked out;
you have a bed, all nice and snuggly for him to sleep in, you the dog food, and
a lot of love! I think you are almost ready, but there are just a few more
things that you will need. These are the dog training equipment that will
ensure your new puppy a great new beginning in his new home, and you a happy
new dog owner.
The first list of things you need will be dog training
equipment for housebreaking purposes.
1. A
dog crate that is big enough for your dog to walk into without ducking his
head, plus giving him enough room to move around.
2. Water
dish, you may prefer the kind you can mount on the wall, or one that refills
itself.
3. Bedding
that is washable
4. Chew
toys, every dog needs something to play with and chew on.
5. Safe
cleaning products for your carpet and wood
6. Baby
gate to keep your new dog in or out of particular areas
Obedience dog training equipment
1. Training
lead, one that is comfortable for you and strong enough to handle your dog’s
size.
2. Collar
that is of good quality and comfortable; you can use a “pinch collar”, if you
will make sure to use it properly. These are very effective in training your
dog. If you use this, you will want a long lead to train with, as well as
plenty of room. It is important to note that a pinch collar is to be used only
for training purposes, never to be left on your dog otherwise. They can be
dangerous and cause choking.
3. Treats!
Every dog loves treats, and when you are training, this will be your best
friend. You will find that the treats will bring about the most success in
your training. There are dog bones, dog jerky, and other treats, but make sure
they are healthy.
4. Quiet
classroom; you will need a quiet place where you can train your dog. You need
to have a place without distractions, and know that you will not be bothered by
other people. The more space the better, with the least amount of smells,
noises and things to bump into.
This is not a complete list by any means, but this will at
least cover the basic dog training equipment needs. You will have everything
you need to turn your new dog into a wonderful citizen in the human and canine
world. You will now have an official member of the family who is not only a
lot of fun to have around, but who knows how to behave at the same time.
Dog Training Tip #1
Be Consistent. Use the same commands over and over as you are training, correcting, and praising your dog. Consistency will help your dog to understand and obey rather than be confused and disobedient. All family members should use the same commands when training your dog. Consistency breeds familiarity and desired behavior. |
Dog Training Tip #2
Praise Good Behavior. Make sure to praise your dog quickly and often when she has completed a command or responded in a positive manner. As you praise, look directly in your dog's eyes so that she will associate good behavior with the positive reinforcement she is receiving (voice and/or touch). |
Dog Training Tip #3
Keep Training Sessions Short. Approximately 15 minutes per session is optimal for learning a simple command and maintaining your dog's concentration. Make sure to end your training sessions on a positive note. One idea is to play with your dog immediately following a session. This will help your dog to associate time spent with you as fun and to look forward to another training session. |
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